Today I almost despaired. . . another temper tantrum! At two and a half, Sebastian threw himself to the ground when I told him he was not allowed to have a cookie. Ugh! My patience for his screaming and whining is thin.
What I am clinging to, as my mood boost, is that it matters. It matters how I handle it.
Mary the Mother of God gave her "Fiat," her "Yes, let it be done to me according to your word." I too, can say, "Yes," and give myself to this frustrating moment. I can stop what I had been doing, bend down and look at Sebastian. I can help him calm down, and then make a deal with him. With enough attention, I know I can do it. It just takes creativity and coaxing. The truth is that I just don't want to. I'm too tired. I'm too impatient.
My prayer today is that, when I have such challenges and frustrations, I will give my "Yes." I pray that I will be graced with the humility to set aside my other desires, and focus on my child.
In so doing, I pray that I will be blessed with the grace granted to Mary. I pray that God will take this small offering, and use it for His glory.
God, give me grace!
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